Quotes containing word "respect"

• Noun: (usually preceded by `in') a detail or point; example: "it differs in that respect"

• Noun: the condition of being honored (esteemed or respected or well regarded); examples: "it is held in esteem", "a man who has earned high regard"

• Noun: an attitude of admiration or esteem; example: "she lost all respect for him"

• Noun: a courteous expression (by word or deed) of esteem or regard; examples: "his deference to her wishes was very flattering", "be sure to give my respects to the dean"

• Noun: behavior intended to please your parents; examples: "their children were never very strong on obedience", "he went to law school out of respect for his father's wishes"

• Noun: a feeling of friendship and esteem; examples: "she mistook his manly regard for love", "he inspires respect"

• Noun: courteous regard for people's feelings; examples: "in deference to your wishes", "out of respect for his privacy"

• Verb: regard highly; think much of; examples: "I respect his judgement", "We prize his creativity"

• Verb: show respect towards; example: "honor your parents!"